Supportive Coping Circle - Hybrid 4:00pm
Description
Please note that this class will be held online only. To register, click the above green button, "Click here to register online".
About this offering:
Come together to share experiences, ideas and empowering practices for continuing to move forward after a cancer diagnosis in a safe space to be present with your emotions without analysis or judgement.
Our supportive coping circle warmly welcomes all individuals facing different cancer types and stages. There's absolutely no pressure to share if you're not ready, as we deeply respect each attendee and their unique journey. However, when you do choose to share, you'll discover the profound ability to learn from one another.
Our meetings take place on the last Wednesday of each month, providing a consistent opportunity to connect and develop empowering practices. Attend in person or online. Within these gatherings, we'll explore various topics and practices such as:
· Fear of recurrence
· Fear of uncertainty
· Coping with difficult emotions - depression, sadness, anger etc.
· Dealing with projected emotions from others
· Identity
· Vulnerability
Our classes and programs are funded by grants, sponsors, donors and clients who are paying it forward. Cancer can be expensive; we do not want finances to be a barrier to accessing our valuable programming. Pay-as-you-can with a suggested donation amount per class of $10-$25.
About the Facilitator:
Annie Mascorro received her M.F.A. in poetry from The University of Montana, her B.S. in nursing from Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing, as well as her M.S. in Counseling at Sacramento State University. She worked as a psychiatric nurse for the 11 years, incorporating poetry into her work with patients and facilitating poetry workshops in hospitals and clinics. A former psych nurse turned Therapist and certified Forest Therapy Guide, her background helps create a supportive, nurturing, and energetic atmosphere in the variety of classes that she offers at Wellness Within.